Episode 8! With special guest Sean Waxman

Sean Waxman of Waxman’s Gym joins us to talk about the current mess regarding USAW athlete selection for the 2015 World Championships in Houston. Other topics include Mr Waxman’s history in the sport, his advice for others looking to start weightlifting-only gyms, and the entries for the World Championships. Enjoy!

zygmund would be more likely to pick OTC athletes and that’s obvious. Not his fault. if you spend so much time coaching someone and wanting them to do well and you are forced with a decision to pick one of them or another qualified athlete you are going to pick your athlete.

Xiaojun did general weight training to develop his athletic qualities (speed, agility, body awareness, etc.) while he was preparing as a track athlete. Many Chinese athletes have exposure to various sports, including weightlifting, but prior to 13 years of age the training is mainly technical and light.